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The adventures of Lily and Yellow just melt my heart 🥰 both very nervous romanian rescue gals, living their best life up...
28/07/2025

The adventures of Lily and Yellow just melt my heart 🥰 both very nervous romanian rescue gals, living their best life up the hills in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 reactive dogs deserve to life a full life too! 🐾

Maxi Boy and Miss Yellow up the hills 🫡🐾⛰️🌳🏕️
25/07/2025

Maxi Boy and Miss Yellow up the hills 🫡🐾⛰️🌳🏕️

Derek and Dave appreciation post 😎🐾🧡❤️
25/07/2025

Derek and Dave appreciation post 😎🐾🧡❤️

24/07/2025

Let’s Talk Entitlement: Your Dog Is Not the Centre of the Universe (And Neither Are You)

Right, let’s get a few things straight from the off:
Your dog is not a human. It doesn’t think like a human, speak like a human, or interpret the world in the way we do. And guess what? That’s not a fault, it’s a fact.

There’s a growing trend among some dog owners to treat their dogs like entitled little toddlers, fuelled by this fluffy notion that “they just want to say hi” or “they’re friendly”. That’s lovely… until your “friendly” off-lead dog barrels up to a dog that’s nervous, reactive, working, injured, or just plain wants to be left alone.

Your Dog Is Not Entitled to Say Hello to Everyone

Let’s put it bluntly: your dog doesn’t need to greet every person or dog it sees. You don’t wave and say hello to every stranger in Tesco, do you? (And if you do, people probably cross the aisle to avoid you.)

Dogs are the same. Some are social butterflies, others are more reserved, and some are just trying to keep their heads down and cope with the world. When you let your dog run up to another without permission, you’re not being nice, you’re being selfish. And you’re setting your dog up to get told off, either by the other dog, the handler, or both.

Puppy Classes and the Myth of Mass Socialisation

Doing puppy classes in group settings where every pup is allowed to run around and say hello to everything that moves? You’re laying the groundwork for a dog that thinks every encounter is a party. That’s not socialisation. That’s overstimulation. You’re teaching them that the presence of another dog or person means “excitement” rather than neutrality or calmness.

Later down the line, when your adolescent dog loses its rag every time it sees another dog, you’ll wonder why. Spoiler: it’s because you taught them to.

Let’s Talk Leads and Recall

If you don’t have a reliable recall on your dog, don’t let them off the lead. Simple. There’s no grey area here. A dog without recall is a loose cannon. If you can’t call them away from a squirrel, jogger, cyclist, or another dog, then keep them on a lead or long line until you’ve put the work in. Freedom is earned, not assumed.

Having a dog is a responsibility. It’s not a right to do whatever you fancy and assume everyone else will tolerate it. The world doesn’t revolve around you or your dog.

Respect Others. Control Your Dog.

You’ve no idea what that other dog is going through. It might be reactive, fearful, recovering from surgery, or in training. The person handling that dog might be managing trauma, anxiety, or just trying to enjoy a quiet walk. Your dog doesn’t get to invade that space just because you think they’re “friendly”.

If your dog lunges at others, pulls you down the street, barks at every passer-by, or flattens small children with glee, it’s not “cute”. It’s a lack of training. Own it, fix it, and stop making excuses.

The Bottom Line

Your dog is a dog. Not a fur baby. Not a social ambassador. Not a therapy dog in training because you read a Facebook post that said it has a “healing energy”.

Train it. Lead it. Be its advocate. And above all else, be respectful of the space and comfort of others.

Because your dog may be part of your world, but it’s not the centre of everyone else’s.

www.k9manhuntscotland.co.uk



Lily and Yellow, little and large aren't they just adorable together 🤩🧡🐾💛🐕
23/07/2025

Lily and Yellow, little and large aren't they just adorable together 🤩🧡🐾💛🐕

How do we work our dogs in a modern way?Well, let's look at your dogs original role and purpose and pick up on their fav...
22/07/2025

How do we work our dogs in a modern way?

Well, let's look at your dogs original role and purpose and pick up on their favourite part of the prey sequence..

Track, Point, Stalk, Chase, Catch, Dissect

Gun dogs are experts at tracking and pointing, incorporating structure and impulse control with your toys rather than constant back and forth is exactly what your dog needs to be mentally fulfilled. Spaniels and labs in particular were bred to work fairly independently and away from the handler, hence why people may have problems with them rubber-earring you but once we make their job fun and meet their criteria, your relationship is sure to improve.

Herding Breeds, stalk and chase; for example if we look at collies/sheep dogs, they are very movement orientated and often work well with handler direction rather than working independently; teaching left and right commands and adding additional criteria into your ball work is one of the only ways you will ever tire them out; they would run all day if you let them! the most important part is stimulating their brains.

Terriers and bull breeds are extremely tenacious and were originally ratters and bull fighters who need to bite; if we don't give them an appropriate outlet for this through using tug toys, scattering treats or balls to mimic the motion of rats then they will start to find something to release that tension themselves, and it's often not something we approve of!

No one is expecting you to have a field of sheep, or to be out shooting game but there are modern ways we can be creative in order to maintain and channel their instincts to fit within our lifestyles!

get in touch on 🤙📞WhatsApp : 07943703947

covering Old Kilpatrick and surrounding areas 😁👍

Wee group of posers 😝 Acey boy, Maxi, Rana and Yellow 🐾
22/07/2025

Wee group of posers 😝 Acey boy, Maxi, Rana and Yellow 🐾

Where we live, we are spoiled with amazing walks and adventure trails;However, we need to be responsible and understand ...
20/07/2025

Where we live, we are spoiled with amazing walks and adventure trails;

However, we need to be responsible and understand we need to teach our dogs the skills to navigate these environments to keep them safe.

Livestock, wildlife, rugged cliff faces, cattle grids are all right on our doorstep and while beautiful, we can't just assume that our dogs understand the consequences and potential hazards in our environment, that's where we come in!

I'm here to teach you the skills and consider potential obstacles when adventuring with your pooch.

From livestock proofing, terrain navigation, emergency recall, tips for considering visible colours and practical gear - we have you covered here!

get in touch on 🤙📞WhatsApp : 07943703947

covering Old Kilpatrick and surrounding areas 😁👍

Bronxy boy and miss Yellow 😍🐶🥰
19/07/2025

Bronxy boy and miss Yellow 😍🐶🥰

Specialising in reactive, nervous and rescue dogs; solo walks with me will become your dogs favourite hobby in no time!I...
18/07/2025

Specialising in reactive, nervous and rescue dogs; solo walks with me will become your dogs favourite hobby in no time!

I pride myself on prioritising your dogs needs and going at their pace to create long term behaioural change in relation to emotional response.

I often say to clients with children that you'll send your child to dancing, football etc. why not give your dog a hobby as they likely need it more especially working breeds!

Breed specific stimulation is of upmost importance for your dog, how can we expect them to meet our needs (eg. no pulling, no barking, no reacting) if we haven't met theirs first?

I've got experience with ex police dogs, romanian rescue dogs; dogs reactive to cars, other dogs, nervous around people so you can rest assured your dog is in safe hands with someone who understands what they're going through!

get in touch on 🤙📞WhatsApp : 07943703947

covering Old Kilpatrick and surrounding areas 😁👍

Yellow, Max, Penny and Figgy enjoying themselves up the hills ⛰️🌿🌲
17/07/2025

Yellow, Max, Penny and Figgy enjoying themselves up the hills ⛰️🌿🌲

We are recruiting! looking for well balanced dogs that will make a great addition to our small, intimate pack with no mo...
16/07/2025

We are recruiting! looking for well balanced dogs that will make a great addition to our small, intimate pack with no more than 5 dogs out including my own.

What are the benefits of walking with us? 🐕‍🦺🦮🐕

🐾An intimate setting with well balanced dogs to not overwhelm your dog, ideal for nervous or shy dogs

🐾Going at your dogs pace to set them up for success, making it easy for them and creating long term behavioural change

🐾Feedback and exclusive coaching priveleges for owners

🐾Long line training until off leash priveleges are granted

🐾Travel in a car rather than a van for dogs who are unsure when travelling, 4 way grid system so dogs have their own space

🐾Fans, air con and water bowls for the warmer weather

🐾Various sized ruffwear harnesses for quality and safety

🐾A calm and safe environment to implore your dogs confidence and practicing real life scenarios

🐾Weekend adventure walk slots available for reliable dogs

get in touch on 🤙📞WhatsApp : 07943703947

covering Old Kilpatrick and surrounding areas 😁👍

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